Kick-starting Tourism Package
Communities that depend on tourism will receive a boost from a new £10 million Kick-starting Tourism Package. Funding will help small businesses in tourist destinations to access the support of up to £5,000. Read More ...

This scheme will be administered through the Cumbria Growth Hub (Cumbria Chamber of Commerce) and it will open soon. Please contact the Growth Hub to join the waiting list and to arrange for an adviser by emailing info@cumbriagrowthhub.co.uk.

Register your establishment for the Eat Out to Help Out Scheme
Find out how to register your restaurant or establishment for the Eat Out to Help Out Scheme.

VAT: reduced rate for hospitality, holiday accommodation and attractions
If you’re a VAT registered business, check if you can temporarily reduce the rate of VAT on supplies relating to hospitality, accommodation, or admission to certain attractions.Read More...

Smarter Manufacturing - Digital Supply Chain
Technology and manufacturing businesses can now apply for funding to develop innovative digital technologies that have the potential to transform supply chains.Read More ...

The 'We're Good to Go' Industry Standard
You can now apply for a free UK-wide industry standard and consumer mark to reassure your customers that your business adheres to Government and public health guidance. Read More...

Digital Borderlands Voucher Scheme
The Digital Borderlands Voucher Scheme offers additional funding to help eligible rural businesses and residents in Cumbria and Northumberland connect to gigabit capable broadband. Read more ...

Cumbria Chamber of Commerce advice and business support
Cumbria Chamber of Commerce provides free of charge business support to help you with accessing the Government's Coronavirus Business Interruption Loans (CBILs), reviewing your cash flow and your business position, starting to work out a way forward and more. They are there for you if are looking for help tweaking your activities to move them more online, target different customers or introduce new products and services. You can take advantage of the Chamber's offer by emailing: info@cumbriagrowthhub.co.uk